Campfire Ban lifted within District of Squamish as of September 27 at noon

Effective Wednesday, September 27 at noon, the campfire prohibition in all regions of the Coastal Fire Centre will be lifted. The campfire prohibition will be lifted within the District of Squamish concurrently.

Campfires within the District of Squamish are only permitted with a residential campfire permit on private property. No campfires are permitted on public lands (such as parks, beaches, lakes, forested areas and trails) within the District of Squamish boundary. 

Although fire danger ratings have declined in the region due to recent rainfall and cooler temperatures, the public is strongly encouraged to continue exercising extreme caution with any campfire. It is the responsibility of the individual to ensure that burning is done in a safe and responsible manner and in accordance with regulations. 

Reminders about campfires:

• A campfire is defined as any fire smaller than 0.5 metres high by 0.5 metres wide;
• Never light a campfire or keep it burning in windy conditions. Weather can change quickly, and the wind may carry embers to other combustible material;
• Maintain a fireguard around your campfire. This is a fuel-free area where all flammable materials (grass, leaves, kindling, etc.) have been removed right down to the soil;
• Never leave a fire unattended;
• Make sure that any fire is completely extinguished, and the ashes are cold to the touch before leaving the area for any length of time.

Human-caused wildfires are completely preventable and divert critical resources away from lightning-caused fires. Always practice safe, responsible fire use where permitted.

To report a wildfire, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or *5555 on a cell phone.

September 27, 2023